Summer sizzles at SCC with high school and youth camps and classes

Southeastern Community College is the place to be this summer with camps, classes and activities for high school, middle school and elementary school students. Whether it’s earning course credit for a curriculum program, learning a new skill or making good use of a fun and productive summer, SCC has something for everyone.   

“We are really proud of and excited for the educational opportunities provided by our summer camps here at Southeastern,” said Dr. Brandon Jenkins, Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer. “Our camp opportunities are diverse in experiences and allow young people, as young as 7, to experience learning on a community college campus.” 

Summer Camps 

High school students graduating in 2026, 2027 or 2028 are qualified to enroll in the following seven summer camps at SCC. After completion, students will receive an industry recognized credential. The camp runs from June 24 to July 29, Monday through Thursday, from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free lunch and transportation will be provided. 

• Agribusiness – N.C. Private Pesticide Applicator License 

• Automotive – Ford ACE S/P2 Automotive Service Pollution Prevention 

• Construction – Snap-On Multimeter Certification 

• Engineering – OSHA 10 

• Healthcare Exploration – Heart Saver CPR, Heart Saver First Aid and Stop the Bleed 

• HVAC – OSHA 10 

• Welding – OSHA 10 

For more information about summer camps at SCC, click here!  

Summer Courses 

“Students who take these classes are taking a proactive approach to their education by taking classes during a lower stress time like their summer break,” said Career and College Promise Advisor Lynn Leonard. “I want the students to take advantage of their summer break and relax, but this time gives them a chance to take a class when they’re not under pressure or rushing everywhere.” 

The following courses are for graduating seniors and rising juniors and seniors interested in careers in manicuring, healthcare or public safety. 

• Manicuring I – Runs from June 10 through July 29, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:12 p.m.  

• Nurse Aide I – While earning a N.C. Nurse Aide I Certification, this course runs from June 8 through July 29. 

• Emergency Medical Technician – While earning an Emergency Medical Technician with the North Carolina Office of EMS, this class runs from June 10 through July 29, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

For more information about summer courses, click here! 

Transfer Classes 

“This gives the students a big headstart when they are dual-enrolled,” Leonard explained. “When these classes are tuition-free, it really helps those parents who are footing the bill for their child at a larger college or university. It’s a win-win for everybody involved because students can start their career even sooner.” 

SCC will offer transferrable courses in English, math, biology, anatomy, statistics and more in both online and in-person formats. These courses are designed to satisfy general education course requirements at four-year institutions.  

For more information about registration for summer camps, summer courses or transfer classes, contact: 

• Career & College Promise Advisor Lynn Leonard at [email protected] or 910-788-6263 

• Career & College Promise Advisor Khadijah Tart at [email protected] or 910-788-6285. 

• Early College Liaison Crystal Matthis at [email protected] or 910-788-6354 

Or click here to find out more! 

PILLS Academy 

In partnership with UNC Chapel Hill’s Eshelman School of Pharmacy, Western Piedmont Community College and the Carolina Advising Corps, SCC will host this free two-day event on June 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in T-Building. Lunch will be provided. Apply by May 8. 

“The camp is designed to give high school students a hands-on introduction to the field of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences,” said Ken Buck, Career and Technical Education Coordinator. “Students will get interactive experiences in DNA extraction, compounding products like lip balm and exploring how medications are created and used.” 

Buck explained that students engage with pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through panel discussions in which they gain valuable, real-world insight into careers in the field. Camp participants will have access to a year-long virtual mentorship, fostering continuous learning and development. Students will meet both current pharmacists and PharmD students. 

For more information, contact Ken Buck at [email protected] or 910-788-6239.  

NC HE2ALS 

This free introductory program is designed for rising 9th and 10th grade students who want a taste of healthcare careers. Running four days from July 13 through 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., students must apply for the program, which is part of the Health Education and Employer Aligned Local Strategies initiative.  

Through guest speakers, panel discussions and team projects, participants will learn about career pathways in healthcare and the skills needed to succeed.  

For more information about the program, contact Renee Long at [email protected] or 910-788-6241. Click here to complete the application!

Educational Talent Search 

ETS will host a PACE (Providing Avenues for College Education) Camp for 12th graders on June 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free camp will meet in the Cartrette building and will assist students with completing college admission applications, financial aid applications and other requirements for post-secondary education.  

Camp Cardiac Care is for 9th through 12th graders and will meet in the HHS building on July 13 through 16 from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free camp will give hands-on experiences in nursing, medical lab technology, phlebotomy, nurse aide, EMT, CPR and first aid training.  

For more information, contact ETS Administrative Assistant Doris Joseph at [email protected] or 910-788-6308.  

Check out the ETS webpage for more information and future updates!  

College4Kids 

Preparing for its fourth year in operation since its revival in 2023, College4Kids will offer 26 classes ranging from STEM, art, sports, fitness, nature and thinking skills. Camp Coordinator Dawn Williamson said that campers will get a free “grab and go” breakfast and lunch, and each day will consist of two 1-hour classes and a 30-minute snack/break time. The camp is for children ages 7 through 12 and will operate from June 15 through 18. Parents may drop off their kids in front of A-Building at 7:50 a.m., and kids must be picked up by 12:15 p.m.  

“I’m looking forward to seeing all the kids this summer and seeing them participate in all the new classes offered,” Williamson said. “And of course we brought back all the favorites like fishing and canoeing.”   

For more information, contact Williamson at [email protected] or 910-788-6377. Click here to register.  

Discovery Camps 

These free one-day camps offer experience in agribusiness and automotive systems technology. The Green Thumbs Lab will operate on July 7 and July 9 from 9 a.m. to noon, and the Gearheads Garage will operate on June 11 and June 23.  

Students will go hands on in SCC’s greenhouse, learn about plants, micropropagation and how to run a farm or plant business. The automotive campers will learn about inspections, tire changes and oil changes.  

For more information, contact Valerie Register at [email protected] or 910-788-6397. Click here to visit our information and registration website. 

More information regarding high school summer camps will be shared on March 31 at 6 p.m. in the SCC auditorium. Join us for an informative evening!